The best Instant Pot and multicooker deals for Black Friday 2021

UPDATE: Nov. 2 2021, 6:00 p.m. EDT Looking for an Instant Pot this Black Friday but don't know which one is best for you? Here are the best multicooker deals as of Nov. 2:

• BEST AMAZON MULTICOOKER DEAL: Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker, Instant Pot's newest, fanciest multicooker — $119.95 $149.99 (save $30.04)

• BEST WALMART MULTICOOKER DEAL: Instant Pot Six-Quart Duo Crisp, the original air fryer and pressure cooker combo — $128 $149.99 (save $21.99)

• TOP BEST BUY MULTICOOKER DEAL: Crock-Pot Express Six-Quart 9-in-1 Digital Max Pressure Cooker, a solid budget-friendly Instant Pot alternative — $49.99 $99.99 (save $50)

If this year is anything like years past, we expect Instant Pots and other multicookers like the Ninja Foodi to be hot items this Black Friday — meaning there will be big discounts as we get closer to the official shopping holiday.

But with big sales comes big demand, and considering the supply chain issues the world is facing in 2021, your best bet to score an Instant Pot is to get one early.

Which Instant Pots will be on sale for Black Friday?

Last year brought us killer deals like a $49 Instant Pot Viva and a $79 six-quart Instant Pot Duo Crisp, and this year we're expecting similarly good deals on Instant Pots, Ninja Foodis, and other multicookers. The $79 Duo Crisp deal will almost definitely be back, and we're expecting to see big discounts on the higher-end Instant Pot models too, like the Instant Pot Pro, Pro Crisp, and Smart WiFi.

How to buy an Instant Pot on Black Friday

In years past, shoppers have thrown elbows in stores to snag a deal on an Instant Pot, but that all changed with last year's completely virtual Black Friday. This year, supply chain holdups mean that in-demand products like Instant Pots might be hard to get ahold of — forcing you to virtually throw hands with other shoppers to snag one.

To help you avoid any virtual fighting, our best tip is to shop these products early. While that may mean you won't be able to snag the $79 Duo Crisp, there are tons of other early deals that you can take advantage of. Buying early and spending a few bucks extra is definitely better than showing up Instant Pot-less to your holiday gathering.

To help you secure your multicooker this year, we've rounded up some of the best early Black Friday deals on them. Don't fret if a pot you like isn't on sale yet, this page will be updated frequently through Cyber Monday with the latest prices and stock info to help you upgrade your kitchen with the ideal do-it-all pressure cooker (so be sure to check back regularly).

BEST AMAZON MULTICOOKER DEALS

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Our pick: Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker

$119.95 at Amazon (save $30)

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Why we like it

Instant Pot fanatics will definitely want to upgrade to the fancy-schmancy Instant Pot Pro. It comes with 28 smart cooking settings, five customizable "favorite" program settings, a stovetop-safe pot insert, and a sleek charcoal exterior. This pot is just as good at looking good on your countertop as it is at pressure cooking, slow cooking, and more. Plus, at just $5 above the lowest Amazon price we've seen, now is the ideal time to cop one for the upcoming gifting season.

More Amazon multicooker deals:

• Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11-in-1 Eight-Quart Electric Pressure Cooker — $179.95 $199.99 (save $20.04)

• Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11-in-1 Six-Quart Electric Pressure Cooker — $129.99 $149.99 (save $20)

• Instant Pot Duo Plus 6-Quart 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker — $89.95 $119.99 (save $30.04)

WALMART MULTICOOKER DEALS

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Our pick: Instant Pot, 6-Quart Duo Crisp

$128 at Walmart (save $21.99)

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Why we like it

Even though Black Friday is still a few weeks away, we're already seeing Amazon and Walmart duking it out for the lowest prices. Walmart wins the price battle on the Instant Pot Duo Crisp, beating Amazon's price by $1.99. If you're looking to scoop up the handy do-it-all air fryer and pressure cooker before the holidays, this is a solid price drop to take advantage of (while it's in stock).

More Walmart multicooker deals:

• Instant Pot Official 8-piece Cook/Bake Set — $27.50 $49.99 (save $22.49)

• Instant Pot DUO Plus Eight-Quart 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker — $119.95 $139.99 (save $20.04)

• Refurbished Instant Pot 8 QT Viva 9-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker — $75 $99.91 (save $24.91)

BEST BUY MULTICOOKER DEALS

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Our pick: Crock-Pot Express Six-Quart 9-in-1 Digital Max Pressure Cooker

$49.99 at Best Buy (save $50)

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Why we like it

Crock Pots were the it girl of kitchen appliances before Instant Pots stole the spotlight, but the reliable old brand has come out with its own versions of the multi-use pressure cookers that people can't get enough of. This Crock-Pot Express Digital Max Multi-Cooker features 9-in-1 functionality, and works as a pressure cooker, rice cooker, steamer, slow cooker, stock pot, yogurt maker, food warmer, sauté pan, and more. At under $50, this is a solid Instant Pot alternative for folks on a budget.

More Best Buy Instant Pot and multicooker deals:

• Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 6.5-Quart Pro Pressure Cooker and Air Fryer — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Ninja Foodi 6.5-Quart Digital Multi Cooker — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Insignia Six-Quart Multi-Function Pressure Cooker — $29.99 $59.99 (save $30)

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This post will be updated continuously throughout the holiday shopping season.